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Educators long believed that reading affects the brain function and thus the learning ability of children and adults. With the advent of innovative brain imaging scans, research scientists have been able to ascertain changes in the brain physiology, and its circuitry. Neurophysiologists long believed that the development and structure of the brain was due solely to genetic predisposition and influence. An infant is born with a significant number of nerve cells or neurons that are required for learning throughout their lives. However, further studies have indicated that infant stimulation by reading and other interactions with caregivers creates the connections that form the pathways needed for learning. As the child matures into adolescence many of the infrequently used connections are lost allowing for those oft used to remain and grow strong. It is during period that the brain reorganizes its circuitry and prepares itself for learning more complex concepts and ideas. Thus…

The Magnificent Cats of Lahaina

MazorBooks is delighted to announce its new publication, The Magnificent Cats of Lahaina, written by Hilo Witz and Sarah Mazor and illustrated by Mary Kusumkali Biswas.

This excellent action-adventure book for kids offers lovely a combination of prose and rhymes and superb illustrations that capture the beauty of the Hawaiian Island and the fabulous personalities of the Magnificent Cats of Lahaina!

When Meany Morty, the hater of cats, takes over the management of the beautiful Lahaina Market Place, Goody Gordy and his Magnificent Cats are sent on their way. Chaos ensues. Dirty Doody and his Rat Mob, no longer kept at bay by the Magnificent Cats, overrun the beautiful market. The shops close, the tourists leave, and the spectacular sunsets are enjoyed by no one.

Will Goody Gordy and the cats return? Will the Maui Market Place ever…

In the past, learning how to tell time was part of growing up. We learned to read the numbers and the basic arithmetic that is required for telling time on an analog clock. In today’s world, though digital devices are relied upon for staying on schedule, it is important that kids should be able to look at an analog clock or watch and know what it tells them. If you would like to give the gift of basic knowledge to the special child in your life, introduce him to Brian and enable them to learn with the adorable protagonist the beauty of the analog system.

– A FUN WAY TO LEARN ABOUT THE IMPORTANCE OF VITAMINS and HEALTHY EATING FOR KIDS —
The children’s book “Who Knew Vitamins Could Be Fun” utilizes gorgeous illustrations and fun rhymes, which make learning about healthy and good nutrition easy and enjoyable. We invite your kids to join Nurse Liv Welle as she teaches a class of first graders a lot about vitamins, their benefit to one’s health, and the vitamins’ food sources. The subject is presented to the children in a fun way, as Nurse Liv Welle engages the first grade students in the learning experience. Your kids will surely enjoy the fun, as they rhyme along and learn about vitamins from A to K.

Patricia Zelkovsky adds another dimension to the importance of including foods rich in vitamins in your diet. Along with the oft mentioned and highly important function of vitamins in the maintenance of the body’s health and well-being, an added benefit is their contribution to weight loss. Ms. Zelkovsky lists the vitamins, their role in the metabolism and absorption of food, as well as proper hormonal balance and energy production vital for weight loss. She then incorporates the food sources, aiding in creating the well balanced diet needed for weight reduction. Maintenance of proper weight by eating varied, nutritious foods is essential for prevention of illness and promotion of health. Research has shown that incorporating good eating habits early in childhood, translates to healthy eating practices in adults. Children’s book “Who Knew vitamins Could be Fun: Presented by Nurse Olivia “Liv” Welle teaches young children all about vitamins, their benefits and food sources. This valuable teaching tool is available on Amazon http://tinyurl.com/NurseLivWell